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HY51 ABU

2002 Saab 9-5

Blue Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

113,971 mi
Last recorded113,971 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2014
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY51 ABU
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2014 113,971 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 100,969 miles

steering wheel has slight freeplay at wheels

Fail 26 Oct 2013 100,752 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both upper anti roll bar joints have slight play

slght roughness from nsf wheel when spun

Pass 2 Nov 2012 88,236 miles

fuel filter couplings corroding

headlamp aim adjusted during test

items removed from windscreen prior to test

o/s/f inner cv boot weeping and has pin holes in boot

oil level topped up prior to test

Pass 25 Oct 2011 82,121 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 82,121 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 75,357 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 75,357 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 68,980 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 4 Nov 2008 61,241 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 61,241 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 54,355 miles

both front discs lipped

Pass 24 Apr 2007 51,018 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?

Based on 735,114 MOT tests across 55,671 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
7,075
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
55,671
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,935
position lamp(s) not working 13,798
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,560
Registration plate lamp not working 10,446
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,497
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HY51 ABU is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Blue with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2002 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 97,878 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY51 ABU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Saab 9-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HY51 ABU?

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What year was HY51 ABU registered?

HY51 ABU is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 17 January 2002.

Is HY51 ABU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY51 ABU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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